The trio of artefacts Australia will return NEW DELHI: Three artefacts of cultural significance – a ceremonial bronze trident of Goddess Bhadrakali, a granite idol of sacred bull Nandi and a basalt sculpture depicting six-headed Karttikeya – originally from temples in Tamil Nadu are set to be repatriated to India from Australia.PM Narendra Modi and counterpart Anthony Albanese welcomed the voluntary return of the artefacts – dating back to the 11th and 12th centuries – from National Gallery of Australia and Art Gallery of New South Wales. Albanese also welcomed the move to repatriate the remains of ‘Australian First Nations ancestor’ from Govt Museum of Chennai.The trident with Goddess Bhadrakali’s image was crafted in the South Indian temple ritual metalwork tradition. It originated from Sri Kasiviswanathaswamy Temple in Kollumangudi. The Nandi idol from the same temple was sculpted in the Tamil Shaiva temple tradition, featuring compact proportions and ornamental detailing. The idol of the six-headed Karttikeya (Shanmukha) was carved in the Chola period sculptural tradition. It originated from Naganathsamy Temple in Thanjavur district.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosPM Modi Praises Australia’s Under-16 Social Media Ban, Says ‘India Learning From It’Flood Fury Disrupts Cities Nationwide, IMD Issues Red Alerts Amid Relentless RainfallAustralia To Return Three Historic Indian Artefacts During PM Modi’s VisitTensions In MVA As Sanjay Raut Slams Sharad Pawar For Holding Meeting At Eknath Shinde’s OfficeIndia, Myanmar Review Border Security, Intelligence Sharing’Hit With Iron Rod’: Bengaluru PT Teacher Booked After Allegedly Beating 12-Year-Old To DeathIndian Railways Clarifies Digital Ticket Rules: Only Original Rail One App Ticket Will Be AcceptedIndia and Australia Finalise Uranium Export Arrangement Under Civil Nuclear AgreementUGC-NET Under Scanner After Alleged Paper Leak; Education Ministry Seeks NTA InvestigationDRDO Successfully Tests Pinaka Long-Range Guided Rocket; Hits Target With Pinpoint Accuracy123PhotostoriesWho was ‘Miss Dior’? The fascinating woman behind Christian Dior’s most iconic perfume8 nicknames for white dogs that perfectly match their personality and charm7 Plants with leaves and flowers that naturally stain and dyeFrom a Rs 2.5 crore watch to Shikhar Pahariya’s name in her mehendi: Inside Janhvi Kapoor’s most talked-about moments at Anshula Kapoor’s weddingFeeling better isn’t a reason to stop antibiotics: Doctor warns the habit is fueling the rise of deadly superbugsShould you apply coconut oil before or after washing your hair? Experts finally settle the debate10 international baby names that work across different culturesAamir Khan’s rare ruby wedding ring for Gauri Spratt took 256 hours and 131 artisans to createPowerful life lessons Japanese parents teach their children that the rest of the world can learn fromClear your bowels naturally every morning with these 10 foods123Hot PicksIndia-AustraliaTiesOmar AbdullahMorocco VS FranceMahadev AppNET paper leakMonsoon trackerStock market todayStrait of HormuzAP DEECET rank cardTop TrendingCrude oilRamesh MhatreUS Section 301FIFA World Cup 2026India u19 vs Sri Lanka U19Andhra Hospital MurderWeather todayDelhi NCR rainBihar BDO Wife MurderIran war
NEW DELHI: Three artefacts of cultural significance – a ceremonial bronze trident of Goddess Bhadrakali, a granite idol of sacred bull Nandi and a basalt sculpture depicting six-headed Karttikeya – originally from temples in Tamil Nadu are set to be repatriated to India from Australia.PM Narendra Modi and counterpart Anthony Albanese welcomed the voluntary return of the artefacts – dating back to the 11th and 12th centuries – from National Gallery of Australia and Art Gallery of New South Wales. Albanese also welcomed the move to repatriate the remains of ‘Australian First Nations ancestor’ from Govt Museum of Chennai.The trident with Goddess Bhadrakali’s image was crafted in the South Indian temple ritual metalwork tradition. It originated from Sri Kasiviswanathaswamy Temple in Kollumangudi. The Nandi idol from the same temple was sculpted in the Tamil Shaiva temple tradition, featuring compact proportions and ornamental detailing. The idol of the six-headed Karttikeya (Shanmukha) was carved in the Chola period sculptural tradition. It originated from Naganathsamy Temple in Thanjavur district.
